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CAN → SIN
Which side of the plane to sit from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (Guangzhou) to Singapore Changi Airport (Singapore)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is generally superior for this route as it offers breathtaking views of the Vietnamese coastline, including Da Nang and the Marble Mountains, as well as the southern tip of the Malay Peninsula during the descent.
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Hainan Island Coast
Enjoy views of the eastern shores of Hainan, often featuring white sandy beaches and lush tropical greenery.
Central Vietnam Coast
See the rugged beauty of the Marble Mountains and the vibrant coastal city of Da Nang as you parallel the Indochinese peninsula.
Cam Ranh Bay
A deep-water bay in Vietnam known for its strategic importance and stunning natural harbor geography.
Tioman Island
As you enter Malaysian airspace, look for this teardrop-shaped island famous for its dense rainforests and coral reefs.
Singapore Skyline
If the approach path circles around the city, the right side offers the most iconic view of Marina Bay Sands and the CBD skyscrapers.
The right side is the scenic winner for land-based features. To avoid the intense tropical sun glare during the day, a morning flight (08:00 - 11:00) is ideal as the sun will be on the left side of the aircraft. Keep your camera ready as you pass the Vietnamese coast, where the contrast between the green mountains and the blue sea is most vivid.
Book Hotels in SingaporePearl River Delta
Upon departure from Guangzhou, witness the massive urban sprawl of the Greater Bay Area and the winding Pearl River.
Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge
On clear days shortly after takeoff, you can see the world's longest sea-crossing bridge stretching across the estuary.
Paracel Islands
Look out for small, turquoise coral atolls and remote sandbars scattered in the deep blue South China Sea.
Singapore Strait Shipping
During the final approach, the left side provides a spectacular view of hundreds of cargo ships and tankers anchored off the coast.
The left side is best for seeing the massive scale of the Pearl River Delta right after takeoff. For the arrival into Singapore, if the plane lands from the north (Runway 20L/R), you'll get a great view of the shipping lanes. Choose a night flight to see the mesmerizing 'city of lights' created by the anchored fleet in the Singapore Strait.
Get eSIMs for China
Get eSIMs for SingaporeDistance: 2,648 km (1,645 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 32 min
Departure: CAN (23.39240074157715, 113.29900360107422)
Arrival: SIN (1.35019, 103.994003)
Route Type: International
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